Beauraing walks

This route, which starts at the Marian shrine of Beauraing, crosses the geological regions of the Calestienne and the Ardennes. It offers the chance to discover a magnificent landscape and to recharge your batteries physically, mentally and spiritually.

Set off to explore the Beaurinoise countryside in the Wimbe valley between Pondrôme, Honnay and Revogne, with a few passages through the forest.The route is mainly on open terrain and on paths or small country roads with little traffic.It offers some beautiful panoramic views from the heights.

A different season, a different direction, different conditions... a different impression, different perceptions!This walk starting from the Château d’Esclaye (which isn’t really visible from the public paths) crosses the countryside and one or other of the Famenne’s wooded areas between Esclaye (Beauraing), Froidlieu (Wellin) and Lavaux-Sainte-Anne (Rochefort) and sets out to explore the two visible castles: Revogne Castle (private, not open to visitors) and Lavaux-Sainte-Anne Castle, listed as a major heritage site in Wallonia (museums, admission fee).In addition to these two ruins, the route passes by the Chapel of Revogne and the Porte de Lomprez (also in Revogne), and on the way back offers a magnificent view of the buildings of the Ferme d’Esclaye.Tip: explore these paths and trails in different seasons, in different weather conditions (sun, mist, snow, etc.) and definitely once in one direction and once in the other... you’ll be surprised!

First, follow the wild Houille valley. After a steep climb, you will discover two typical Ardennes villages and descend through the woods and along the Hiek stream to Vencimont.

This hike offers a panoramic view of the heights of Givet, from the Houille River to the Belgian border

An easy walk offering a beautiful panoramic view of Givet and the Meuse Valley, following signpost no. 3.

Interestingly, it was in Petite Hour, a hamlet in the village of Hour, that Louis Marion, the oldest man Belgium has ever known, was born in 1893. After spending his entire life in the village, he died there at the age of 110. It was also from Hour that Max Cosyns, assistant to Professor Picard, took off in 1934 in his stratospheric balloon, landing 1,800 km away in Ljubljana, in the former Yugoslavia.

A circular walk starting from Sart-Custinne through the forests and along the streams of Gedinne. A magnificent walk for lovers of (almost) untouched nature. A difficult hike, not because of its length, gradient or terrain, but because of its route and the lack of visible landmarks in the forest.

With sections in the countryside offering magnificent panoramic views of the Famenne and Calestienne regions and beautiful forest sections alternating between deciduous and coniferous trees, this long circular walk is one of the 2025 proposals from the Wellin Tourist Office. It is part of a series comprising a large circular 50 km and four other smaller circular ones, including this one.It is worth noting that the circular route passes through Sohier, one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia, with its pretty stone houses: don't miss the old village hall/school, the church and the castle.

This long walk, which is mostly through forest for just over half of the route, starts behind the imposing church of Lomprez with its turrets. The old village mill is nearby. While the street-facing building and its dormer window (whose pulley has disappeared) are in good condition, the rear and the old wheel are in need of restoration. There are a few difficulties on this route: see the "description" box.

Lavaux-Saint-Anne is an ideal place to start a hike that is half countryside, half forest, not only in Famenne but also in Calestienne. The route offers beautiful panoramic views of the Famenne depression. The Château de Lavaux-Sainte-Anne is listed as a major heritage site in Wallonia. It is open to visitors and features 32 furnished and decorated rooms, 3 themed museums, a wetland area and a deer park.Revogne Castle is not open to visitors but is clearly visible on arrival in the village from the other side of the Wimbe. The route passes through the old gate of the medieval enclosure and the small church located on the hillside below the castle. The third historical gem of the hike is the imposing building of the Ferme d'Esclaye. However, the castle is not visible from public paths.

A hilly route, not particularly difficult, mainly through woodland.

Set off to explore this circular forest and countryside route starting from Houyet. Follow the Lesse river and then climb up to the heights to discover Celles, a village in the Namur Condroz region, and its collegiate church. Return via the Bois du Mauvais Mont and the Golf du Château Royal d'Ardenne.

While Houyet and the surrounding area are well known for the Lesse and kayaking (in season) on this iconic Walloon river, the charm of the surrounding countryside and forests also make it an excellent place for hiking. This circular route takes you around Hour, one of the villages in the area, and offers beautiful panoramic views of the entire region from the heights.

Starting from the centre of Gedinne, the walk first heads through the countryside towards the nature reserve and the ponds of the old Moulin de Boiron before turning off and reaching the Croix Scaille plateau through the woods.The Croix Scaille scrubland was located slightly below the former Jacob Farm. A chapel had been built there. A memorial has now replaced it.

A hike with a slight elevation gain, mostly on passable paths. The route is perfectly feasible with children, but not with pushchairs. Only the first 800 metres are on the road, after which there are only paths reserved for pedestrians, cyclists and possibly horse riders.

On the border between the Condroz and the Famenne, Falmagne is located on a plateau overlooking the Lesse. Discover the Aiguilles de Chaleux and Walzin Castle via the Furfooz Park.

A challenging walk from the Cascatelles waterfalls to the arduous climb up to the ruins of Château Thierry, passing by the Roule stream on the way up. Medium version: HERE

From the ruins of Château Thierry to the Cascatelles, passing by the Drapeau viewpoint and the banks of the Meuse.

A lovely, fairly challenging walk for the first 7 kilometres, as some sections are quite narrow with slippery descents in wet weather. There are some very beautiful views, including the Rocher de Feyr. The return route takes you through the countryside along the water’s edge, up to the waterfalls, and finishes with a country lane that leads back to the starting point.

This circular walk reveals several different facets of the Upper Meuse as you walk along. After a climb through the woods, the ridges reveal three successive viewpoints, including the Drapeau viewpoint, offering a panoramic view of the Meuse, Waulsort, its castle and the limestone cliffs that shape the valley. The route then reaches the riverbanks before heading up the Cascatelles valley, where the stream runs alongside the path amongst the small waterfalls. The return journey across the agricultural plateaus offers a final change of scenery before reaching Falmignoul.

From Falmignoul, descend via the Chemin du Crestia, followed by a short walk along the Meuse before returning to the village via the enchanting Cascatelles trail.

This circular walk allows you to combine two of the Dinant region’s finest attractions: the Rocher de Freyr and the Chemin des Cascatelles.

Between Gendron, Furfooz and Chaleux, this hike plunges into the heart of the Lesse valley, between limestone cliffs, deep forests and villages steeped in history. The river has carved out spectacular rocks such as the Roche du Curé and the Aiguilles de Chaleux, offering superb views. The route passes through unspoilt woods, rich in flora and fauna, and runs alongside the Lesse and the Forges stream, a reminder of the local industrial past. Perched castles, including Walzin and Vêves, and the Roman remains of Furfooz complete this landscape where nature and heritage complement each other.

Starting from Gendron-Celles station, this is a beautiful hike, mostly along the water's edge, mainly on paths and trails, with a few sections on roads when crossing villages. On the first part, mainly between points (3) and (4), ladders and steps allow you to stay as close as possible to the Lesse, and the second part, between points (4) and (10), offers a different way to discover the Lesse, which has remained very wild, and breathtaking views. This route is a combination of various local routes andGR® trails that run along the lower Lesse. The circular can easily be split up to reduce the distance or avoid certain difficulties; see the practical information. An excellent walk to prepare for more technical hikes. Please note: with regard to accessibility, please read the practical information carefully before setting off.

A very beautiful tour along narrow paths, with beautiful views, steep slopes, high cliffs and lots of beautiful nature. Sturdy shoes are required, as well as a camera, as there are many photo opportunities. Have fun :)

Follow in the footsteps of the Belgian royal family on this walk around Villers-sur-Lesse. Located on the Royal Donation estate (former royal properties), this circular takes you on a tour of various buildings: Villers Royal Farm, Villa Léopold, House of the Counts of Cunchy, Villers-sur-Lesse Castle, Ciergnon Castle, Queen Astrid Chapel. You will also have the opportunity to observe the typical landscapes of Famenne: fields, grasslands, forests and hills.

From the centre of Willerzie, the walk heads towards the forest in a south-easterly direction and reaches the former Jacob Farm, then the Millennium Tower at Croix Scaille (the highest point in the province of Namur) via fairly easy forest paths and tracks.After the Croix Scaille and a short stretch on the southern side in France, the next stop is the Fange de l’Abîme and its wooden walkways (caution: very slippery in wet weather).The walk continues through landscapes of clear-cut areas as well as young spruce and larch plantations before reaching an open area where you must follow the route exactly after the 10 km mark, as the path is barely visible there… or even non-existent on the ground.Master Beaver has been present in the Hulle Valley for a very long time, and one cannot help but notice his countless works and the damage they have caused to the forest.

Starting from the Daverdisse mill, this route is exclusively through the forest, returning along the Rogifosse stream, a tributary of La Mache, which you will find in the last kilometre.

A circular forest between Daverdisse and Fays-Famenne with a magnificent diversity of trees and streams near the Lesse valley. Although entirely forested, the route offers panoramic and rural landscapes for a good kilometre near Fays-Famenne.

The Belgian royal family owns an estate in Ciergnon comprising a château and a large private (fenced) park overlooking the Lesse.It is clearly visible from the RAVeL below, as well as from the countryside near Jambjoûle Farm. The Belgian Royal Foundation also owns the Fenffe estate, comprising a castle, park and ponds. This castle, hidden behind high walls facing the street and the tall trees of its park at the rear, is far less visible. Between the two lies several hectares of woodland: this is the royal hunting ground, some of whose paths are open to the public... except on hunting days. So here is the itinerary for the first 14 km of this walk in Wallonia: the Lesse, a stretch of the RAVeL, two castles and a beautiful forest. Afterwards, the route leaves the woods and descends towards Briquemont and its beautiful Queen Astrid Chapel. On the return journey, there are another 3 km of forest before reaching the countryside near the farm at Jambjoûle.

This beautiful, fairly challenging hike explores the Meuse on either side of the centre of Hastière, crossing the meander between Heer-Agimont and Waulsort twice. Whilst the higher sections are in the countryside, the rest of the route follows paths and, above all, forest trails where progress is not always easy. Only the banks of the Meuse and the area around the Quatre Chemins crossroads are flat. The two architectural gems are undoubtedly Waulsort Castle (a former abbey – with a splendid view from the top of the rock with the flag) and the former Ermitage des Cascatelles. The village of Waulsort has a few fine buildings on the left bank, dating (probably) from the late19th or early20th century .

This route takes you up to the heights of Waulsort and offers a breathtaking view of the brickworks.

Starting from the small car park at the end of Pont-à-Lesse, this walk takes you on a journey of discovery, covering less than 15 km, to some of the most interesting sites in the Lesse Valley just before it joins the Meuse at Anseremme: Walzin Castle perched on its rock overlooking the river, the Aiguilles de Chaleux, part of the Furfooz Nature Reserve and the ruins of the Roman Camp (please note: there’s an admission charge!), the pretty village of Furfooz, and the Ferme de Sûre, which overlooks the agricultural plateau.And for those who are unaware, the Lesse has another sinkhole apart from the Gouffre de Belvaux and its resurgence at Han-sur-Lesse. There is a partial sinkhole at Furfooz, slightly downstream from Gendron Gare, with a resurgence after the Aiguilles de Chaleux. The ‘Trou qui Fume’ is situated directly above the underground course and sometimes emits steam in winter when there is a marked difference between the temperature inside (the cave) and outside (frost).

Starting from the beautiful Château de Vêves, set off to explore the meanders of the Lesse and visit the magnificent villages of Furfooz and Celles (selected as among the most beautiful villages in Wallonia).

Set off to explore the natural, wild and rugged surroundings of the Hermeton by following it upstream to the Moulin de Soulme. The return journey takes you along small country roads, forest paths and trails where you can admire the landscape of the Meuse valley and its farmland.

Despite the first few kilometres being very easy, make no mistake, this walk still requires some stamina with a section featuring handrails along the Hermeton and the climb up the aptly named Tienne d'Enfer (Hell's Hill).

This hike takes you from the Meuse valley to the heights of the left bank and the village of Inzemont, initially following the course of the Feron, a small tributary of the Meuse. Along the way, you can visit the Pont d'Arcole caves, one of the many karst caves in the Upper Meuse region. The route also offers beautiful views of the valley.

At the beginning of the 19th century, there were around ten water crossings on the Meuse between Givet and Namur. After the railway line between Givet and Dinant was opened in 1863, the water crossing – which was then in operation in both summer and winter – enabled the inhabitants of Falmagne and Falmignoul to cross the Meuse to catch the train at Waulsort.The Waulsort water crossing is the only one still in operation, but only during the (good) tourist season.

This walk is one of the most charming in the area if you enjoy forest trails and rolling landscapes. The name ‘Cascatelles’ is well deserved: the route follows a stream that forms a series of small waterfalls, creating a cool and soothing atmosphere. It is a walk that alternates between shaded sections, gentle climbs and views over the Meuse valley. The Yellow Rectangle is easy to follow

This walk is one of the most beautiful and ‘natural’ in Hastière. It follows the Hermeton Valley, a steep-sided and well-preserved stream, surrounded by deep forests, moss-covered rocks and wetlands. It is a varied, peaceful and at times challenging walk, with several ascents and descents.

Anseremme is all about the Meuse and the Lesse... whether you choose one or the other, or both, the trip is usually very pleasant. It’s best done at midday on a lovely sunny day when the Lesse isn’t overrun by thousands of kayakers... The route offers some stunning panoramic views from the heights over Pont-à-Lesse and Chaleux, from the banks of the Lesse over Walzin Castle, or across the countryside around Dréhance and Hordenne. The Chawia ravine or gorge is very pretty!

Dinant, daughter of the Meuse, with its citadel, collegiate church, Rocher Bayard, river boats, and home of Adolphe Sax and Father Pire (Nobel Peace Prize winner). Dinant and its bloodstained banks in August 1914. Caught in a pincer movement between the Imperial Army and the French Army, it paid a heavy price for this situation. 674 civilians were massacred by the German Imperial Army. The route is a memorial route of this historical episode, which I invite you to discover.

This long circular route takes you on a journey of discovery along the Meuse and Lesse rivers in one of the most beautiful parts of their course, with impressive rocks and splendid castles. Mainly wooded but also a little rural on the heights of Falmignoul, it does not present any major difficulties and is ideal for families.

After climbing the 234 steps of the Millennium Tower to enjoy a 360° panorama of the Ardennes forest, set off on a walk towards the Fange de l'Abîme, a state-owned nature reserve, finishing at the Ferme Jacob.

Set off from Graide on a circular walk to Gedinne. Stop for a bite to eat at L'Hôtel de la Poste, a high-quality restaurant. Enjoy the varied landscapes before returning to Graide via a different path. Remember to check the restaurant's opening hours.

A long, figure-of-eight walk, taking place far from the hustle and bustle, with 80 per cent of the route consisting of paths and trails. The walk starts from the car park at Chevetogne Cemetery, Rue de l’Ywoigne.

This beautiful hike will take you into the heart of the Ardennes forest to explore the whole of Our, one of the most beautiful villages in Wallonia, following the course of the river of the same name and tributary of the Lesse. Discover undergrowth made up of rocky outcrops, scree slopes and streams running alongside or crossing the paths.